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Nokia N81-1 8GB
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Your device may cause TV or radio interference (for example, when using a
telephone in close proximity to receiving equipment). The FCC or Industry Canada
can require you to stop using your telephone if such interference cannot be
eliminated. If you require assistance, contact your local service facility. This device
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must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause
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Hello
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Hello
Model number: Nokia N81-1. Hereinafter referred to as Nokia N81.
The Nokia N81 8GB device is entertainment on the go!
Enjoy high-quality music and gaming wrapped in a sleek and stylish package, complete with a brilliant 2.4-inch display,
dedicated media and game keys, outstanding audio quality, and 8 GB of memory.
With your Nokia N81 8GB you can enjoy your favorite music on the go. The Nokia Music Store* offers you over one million
songs to browse and purchase—over the air using your N81 8GB and at home with your compatible PC. If you are tired
of struggling with wires, connect to compatible stereo headphones with Bluetooth connectivity.
Experience high quality mobile gaming with dedicated game keys and enjoy stellar graphics that give you a new way to
have fun.
The multimedia menu offers you direct access and helps to explore your content quickly and easily. Experience intelligent
key illumination, which keeps keys hidden until you need them.
Let the fun begin!
*To check the Nokia Music Store availability in your country, visit music.nokia.com.
Contents
Hello............................................................4
For your safety...........................................8
Support .................................................... 11
Help ........................................................................................11
Get started.............................................................................11
Additional applications......................................................11
Nokia support and contact information .......................11
Your Nokia N81...................................... 12
Welcome ................................................................................12
Settings ..................................................................................12
Transfer content from another device...........................12
Essential indicators.............................................................14
Navi™ scroll key ...................................................................15
Multimedia menu................................................................15
Power saver LED...................................................................16
Volume and loudspeaker control ....................................16
Headset...................................................................................16
Prolong battery life.............................................................17
Maps ......................................................................................17
Download! ............................................................................17
Software updates................................................................18
Music ........................................................19
Music player ........................................................................19
Nokia Music Store .............................................................23
Radio ......................................................................................24
Nokia Podcasting ...............................................................25
Games .......................................................30
Contacts (phonebook) ............................31
Save and edit names and numbers................................31
Copy contacts.......................................................................32
Add ringing tones for contacts .......................................33
Create contact groups .......................................................33
Messaging ...............................................34
Write text..............................................................................35
Write and send messages .................................................35
Inbox—receive messages ..................................................36
Mailbox .................................................................................37
Listen to messages..............................................................39
View messages on a SIM card.........................................39
Messaging settings.............................................................39
Gallery .....................................................44
View and browse files........................................................44
Print Basket...........................................................................45
Albums....................................................................................46
Edit images............................................................................46
Edit video clips .....................................................................47
Slide show .............................................................................49
Presentations........................................................................49
Image print............................................................................49
Print online............................................................................50
Share online..........................................................................51
Home network with Gallery .............................................51
Camera......................................................53
Take pictures.........................................................................53
Take pictures in a sequence .............................................57
You in the picture—self-timer .........................................58
Tips on taking good photographs ...................................58
Record videos .......................................................................59
Web ..........................................................62
Browse the web ...................................................................62
Connection security............................................................65
Bookmarks view...................................................................65
End connection ....................................................................66
Settings ..................................................................................66
Tools..........................................................68
File manager ........................................................................ 68
Mass memory tool ............................................................. 68
Voice commands ................................................................69
Connections..............................................70
Wireless LAN ........................................................................ 70
Bluetooth connectivity .....................................................72
Connection manager .........................................................75
USB ........................................................................................76
PC connections ....................................................................76
Device manager ..................................................................76
Home network ....................................................................77
Wireless Keyboard ............................................................. 80
Synchronization .................................................................80
Personalize your device...........................82
Profiles—set tones ............................................................. 82
3-D tones ............................................................................. 83
Change the look of your device ..................................... 84
Active standby .....................................................................84
Make calls ................................................86
Voice calls .............................................................................86
Video calls............................................................................. 91
Video sharing........................................................................92
Answer or decline a call ....................................................95
Log ..........................................................................................96
Applications............................................. 98
Clock ......................................................................................98
Calculator .............................................................................98
Notes ......................................................................................99
Application manager .........................................................99
Calendar ............................................................................. 101
Recorder ............................................................................. 102
RealPlayer .......................................................................... 102
Adobe Flash Player .......................................................... 103
IM—instant messaging.................................................... 103
Nokia Lifeblog .................................................................. 106
Digital rights management .......................................... 109
Adobe Reader ................................................................... 110
Converter ........................................................................... 111
Settings ................................................ 112
General ................................................................................112
Phone ...................................................................................117
Connection .........................................................................120
Applications .......................................................................124
Troubleshooting: Q&A.......................... 125
Battery information ............................. 128
Charging and discharging...............................................128
Nokia battery authentication guidelines....................128
Care and maintenance ......................... 130
Additional safety information............. 131
Index ...................................................... 134
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For your safety
Read these simple guidelines. Not following them may be
dangerous or illegal. Read the complete user guide for
further information.
SWITCH ON SAFELY Do not switch the device
on when wireless phone use is prohibited or
when it may cause interference or danger.
ROAD SAFETY COMES FIRST Obey all local
laws. Always keep your hands free to operate
the vehicle while driving. Your first
consideration while driving should be road
safety.
INTERFERENCE All wireless devices may be
susceptible to interference, which could affect
performance.
SWITCH OFF IN HOSPITALS Follow any
restrictions. Switch the device off near medical
equipment.
SWITCH OFF IN AIRCRAFT Follow any
restrictions. Wireless devices can cause
interference in aircraft.
SWITCH OFF WHEN REFUELING Do not use
the device at a refueling point. Do not use near
fuel or chemicals.
SWITCH OFF NEAR BLASTING Follow any
restrictions. Do not use the device where
blasting is in progress.
USE SENSIBLY Use only in the positions as
explained in the product documentation. Do
not touch the antenna areas unnecessarily.
QUALIFIED SERVICE Only qualified personnel
may install or repair this product.
ENHANCEMENTS AND BATTERIES Use only
approved enhancements and batteries. Do not
connect incompatible products.
WATER-RESISTANCE Your device is not
water-resistant. Keep it dry.
BACK-UP COPIES Remember to make
back-up copies or keep a written record of all
important information stored in your device.
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CONNECTING TO OTHER DEVICES When
connecting to any other device, read its user
guide for detailed safety instructions. Do not
connect incompatible products.
EMERGENCY CALLS Ensure the phone
function of the device is switched on and in
service. Press the end key as many times as
needed to clear the display and return to the
standby mode. Enter the emergency number,
then press the call key. Give your location. Do
not end the call until given permission to do so.
About your device
The wireless device described in this guide is approved for
use on the (E)GSM 850, 900, 1800, and 1900 and UMTS
2100 networks. Contact your service provider for more
information about networks.
When using the features in this device, obey all laws and
respect local customs, privacy and legitimate rights of
others, including copyrights.
Copyright protections may prevent some images, music
(including ringing tones), and other content from being
copied, modified, transferred, or forwarded.
Your device supports internet connections and other
methods of connectivity. Like computers, your device may
be exposed to viruses, malicious messages and
applications, and other harmful content. Exercise caution
and open messages, accept connectivity requests,
download content, and accept installations only from
trustworthy sources. To increase the security of your
device, consider installing, using, and regularly updating
antivirus software, firewall, and other related software on
your device and any connected computer.
Warning: To use any features in this device, other
than the alarm clock, the device must be switched on.
Do not switch the device on when wireless device use
may cause interference or danger.
The office applications support common features of
Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Excel (Microsoft Office
2000, XP, and 2003). Not all file formats can be viewed or
modified.
During extended operation, such as an active video sharing
session or high-speed data connection, the device may feel
warm. In most cases, this condition is normal. If you
suspect the device is not working properly, take it to the
nearest authorized service facility.
Your device may have preinstalled bookmarks and links for
third-party internet sites. You may also access other third-
party sites through your device. Third-party sites are not
affiliated with Nokia, and Nokia does not endorse or
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assume liability for them. If you choose to access such
sites, you should take precautions for security or content.
The images in this guide may differ from your device
display.
Network services
To use the phone you must have service from a network
service provider. Many of the features require special
network features. These features are not available on all
networks; other networks may require that you make
specific arrangements with your service provider before
you can use the network services. Your service provider can
give you instructions and explain what charges will apply.
Some networks may have limitations that affect how you
can use network services. For instance, some networks may
not support all language-dependent characters and
services.
Your service provider may have requested that certain
features be disabled or not activated in your device. If so,
these features will not appear on your device menu. Your
device may also have a special configuration such as
changes in menu names, menu order, and icons. Contact
your service provider for more information.
This device supports WAP 2.0 protocols (HTTP and SSL) that
run on TCP/IP protocols. Some features of this device, such
as MMS, browsing, and e-mail require network support for
these technologies.
Enhancements, batteries, and
chargers
Always switch the device off and disconnect the charger
before removing the battery.
Check the model number of any charger before use with
this device. This device is intended for use when supplied
with power from an AC-3, AC-4, or AC-5 charger and from
an AC-1, ACP-8, ACP-9, ACP-12, or LCH-12 charger when
used with the CA-44 charger adapter.
The battery intended for use with this device is BP-6MT.
Warning: Use only batteries, chargers, and
enhancements approved by Nokia for use with this
particular model. The use of any other types may
invalidate any approval or warranty, and may be
dangerous.
For availability of approved enhancements, please check
with your dealer. When you disconnect the power cord of
any enhancement, grasp and pull the plug, not the cord.
Support
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Support
Help
When an application is open, select Options > Help to
access help for the current view.
When you are reading the instructions, to switch between
help and the application that is open in the background,
press and hold .
To open help from the main menu, select
Tools > Utilities > Help. Select the desired application to
view its help topics.
Get started
See the get started guide for keys and parts information,
instructions for setting up the device and for other
essential information.
Additional applications
There are various applications provided by Nokia
and different third-party software developers that
help you do more with your Nokia N81. These
applications are explained in the guides that are
available on the Nokia N81 product support pages on
www.nseries.com/support or your local Nokia website.
Nokia support and contact
information
Check www.nseries.com/support or your local Nokia
website for the latest guides, additional information,
downloads, and services related to your Nokia product.
If you need to contact customer service,
check the list of local Nokia contact centers at
www.nokia.com/customerservice. For maintenance
services, check your nearest Nokia service center
at www.nokia.com/repair.
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Your Nokia N81
Welcome
When you switch on your device for the first time,
Welcome is displayed. Select from the following:
Settings wizard—to configure various settings, such as
e-mail
Switch—to transfer content, such as contacts and calendar
entries, from a compatible Nokia device. See ‘Transfer
content from another device’, p. 12.
Demo—to view a demonstration about your device
To access Welcome later, press , and select Tools >
Utilities > Welcome. You can also access the individual
applications from their menu locations.
Settings
Your device normally has MMS, GPRS, streaming, and
mobile internet settings automatically configured in the
device, based upon your network service provider
information. You may have settings from your service
providers already installed in your device, or you may
receive or request the settings from the network service
providers as a special message.
To change the general settings in your device, such as
language, standby mode, and display settings, see ‘Phone’,
p. 117.
Transfer content from
another device
With the Switch application, you can transfer content,
such as contacts and calendar entries, between two
compatible Nokia devices using Bluetooth connectivity.
When using the application for the first time, you can
transfer content from a compatible Nokia device to your
Nokia N81.
The type of content that can be transferred depends on the
model of the device from which you want to transfer
content. Your device notifies you if the other device is not
compatible.
The Switch application can be used without the SIM card,
too. If the other device cannot be powered on without a
SIM card, you can insert your SIM card in it. When the
Nokia N81 is switched on without a SIM card, the offline
profile is automatically activated.
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Transfer content
1 To retrieve data from your other device for the first
time, on your Nokia N81, select Phone switch in the
Welcome application, or press , and select Tools >
Utilities > Switch.
2 To have the Nokia N81 search for devices with
Bluetooth connectivity, select Continue. If you have
not already defined a name for your Nokia N81, you are
prompted for one. Accept the default name, or define a
name of your own.
3 For some device models, the Switch application is sent
to the other device as a message. To install Switch on
the other device, open the message, and follow the
instructions on the display.
4 Select the device from which you want to transfer
content from the list. You are asked to enter a code on
your Nokia N81. Enter a code of your choosing
(1-16 digits), and select OK. Enter the same code on
the other device, and select OK. The devices are now
paired. See ‘Pair devices’, p. 74.
5 Select the content you want to transfer.
Once the transfer has started, you can cancel it and
continue later.
Synchronize, retrieve, or send content
After the first transfer, you may select from the following
to start a new transfer, depending on the model of the
other device:
to synchronize content between your Nokia N81 and
the other device, if the other device supports
synchronization. The synchronization is two-way. If an
item is deleted in one device, it is deleted in both. You
cannot restore deleted items with synchronization.
to retrieve data from the other device to your
Nokia N81. With retrieval, data is transferred from the
other device to your Nokia N81. You may be asked to keep
or delete the original data in the other device, depending
on the device model.
to send data from your Nokia N81 to your other device
If Phone switch cannot transfer an item, depending on the
type of the other device, you can add the item to the Nokia
folder to C:\Data\Nokia or E:\Data\Nokia and transfer it
from there. When you select the folder to transfer, the
items are synchronized in the corresponding folder in the
other device, and vice versa.
Use shortcuts to repeat a transfer
After a data transfer, you can save a shortcut with the
transfer settings to the main view to repeat the same
transfer later.
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To edit the shortcut, scroll to it, and select Options >
Shortcut settings. You can, for example, create or change
the name of the shortcut.
A transfer log is shown after every transfer. To view the log
of a previous transfer, scroll to a shortcut in the main view,
and select Options > View log.
Handle transfer conflicts
If an item to be transferred has been edited in both devices,
the device attempts to merge the changes automatically.
If this is not possible, there is a transfer conflict. Select
Check one by one, Priority to this phone, or Priority to
other phone to solve the conflict. For further instructions,
select Options > Help.
Essential indicators
The device is being used in a GSM network.
The device is being used in a UMTS network (network
service).
You have one or more unread messages in the Inbox
folder in Messaging.
You have received new e-mail in the remote mailbox.
There are messages waiting to be sent in the Outbox
folder.
You have missed calls.
Shown if Ringing type is set to Silent, and Message
alert tone and E-mail alert tone are set to Off.
The device keypad is locked.
A clock alarm is active.
The second phone line is being used (network service).
All calls to the device are diverted to another
number. If you have two phone lines (network service), a
number indicates the active line.
A compatible headset is connected to the device.
indicates the connection has been lost.
A compatible loopset is connected to the device.
A compatible Text phone is connected to the device.
A data call is active.
A GPRS packet data connection is active. indicates
the connection is on hold and that a connection is
available.
A packet data connection is active in a part of the
network that supports EDGE. indicates the connection
is on hold and that a connection is available. The icons
indicate that EDGE is available in the network, but your
device is not necessarily using EDGE in the data transfer.
A UMTS packet data connection is active. indicates
the connection is on hold and that a connection is
available.
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You have set the device to scan for wireless LANs, and
a wireless LAN is available. See ‘Wireless LAN’, p. 70.
A wireless LAN connection is active in a network that
has encryption.
A wireless LAN connection is active in a network that
does not have encryption.
Bluetooth connectivity is on.
Data is being transmitted using Bluetooth
connectivity. When the indicator is blinking, your device is
trying to connect with another device.
A USB connection is active.
Navi™ scroll key
Hereinafter referred to as the scroll key.
Use the scroll key to move around the menus ( , ,
, ), and to select items ( ). To activate the
additional Navi™ wheel functionality, press , and select
Tools > Settings > General > Navi wheel > Navi wheel
> On.
Use Navi wheel to quickly browse through lists in the
gallery and music player, and to navigate in the
multimedia menu. Just slide your finger around the rim of
the scroll key clockwise or counterclockwise.
Tip! When in the menus, instead of using the scroll
key, you can use the number keys, , and to quickly
access the applications. For example, in the main menu,
press to open Messaging.
Multimedia menu
With the multimedia menu,
you have quick and easy
access to multimedia
content, games, your most
important contacts, and most
recent internet bookmarks
and landmarks. Try it, for
example, for images and
music.
To open or close the
multimedia menu, press
. To browse the tiles,
either use the scroll key or the Navi wheel functionality. To
return to the multimedia menu from an open application,
press .
To change the order of the tiles, select Options > Arrange
tiles.
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Power saver LED
The display is switched off to save battery power after the
screen saver is activated. A LED blinks to indicate that the
device is powered on, but in the sleep mode.
To switch off the LED, see ‘Sleep mode’, p. 114.
Volume and loudspeaker control
To increase or decrease the volume level when you have an
active call or are listening to a sound, press the volume key.
The built-in loudspeaker allows you to speak and listen
from a short distance without having to hold the device to
your ear.
Warning: Do not hold the device near your ear when
the loudspeaker is in use, because the volume may be
extremely loud.
To use the loudspeaker during a call, select Options >
Activate loudspeaker.
To turn off the loudspeaker, select Options > Activate
handset.
Headset
You can connect a
compatible headset or
compatible headphones to
the Nokia AV Connector
(3.5 mm) of your device. You
may need to select the cable
mode.
Do not connect products that
create an output signal as
this may cause damage to the device. Do not connect any
voltage source to the Nokia AV Connector.
When connecting any external device or any headset,
other than those approved by Nokia for use with this
device, to the Nokia AV Connector, pay special attention to
volume levels.
Warning: When you use the headset, your ability to
hear outside sounds may be affected. Do not use the
headset where it can endanger your safety.
To optimize audio performance, attach the supplied
earpads to the headset.
To use a headset or headphones with a compatible remote
control unit, for example, the Nokia Audio Adapter AD-54,
connect the unit to the connector in the device, then
connect the headset or headphones to the unit.
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Some headsets do not include a microphone. For phone
calls, use such a headset with a remote control unit or the
microphone of the device.
The Nokia Audio Adapter AD-54 has multimedia volume
controls that are used to adjust the volume only for music
or video playback.
When using certain headset enhancements, for example,
the Nokia Audio Adapter AD-54, to adjust the volume
during a call, use the volume key in the device.
Prolong battery life
Features using Bluetooth connectivity, wireless LAN, and
packet data connections, or allowing such features to run
in the background while using other features, increase the
demand on battery power and reduce the battery life.
To prolong the operating time of your device, switch
Bluetooth connectivity off when you do not need it. Also
set Packet data connection to When needed for the
device to use a packet data connection only if you start an
application or action that needs it. See ‘Packet data’,
p. 123.
To close the applications running in the background that
you do not use, press and hold , select the applications
from the list, and press .
Maps
Press , and select Maps. With an external Bluetooth
GPS receiver and Maps, you can see your current location
on the map, browse maps for different cities and countries,
search for addresses and different points of interest, and
plan routes from one location to another.
You can also purchase extra services, such as city guides
and a navigation service with voice guidance.
For more information on the application, see
www.nseries.com/support or your local Nokia website.
Download!
Download! (network service) is a mobile content shop
available on your device. You can browse, download, and
install items, such as applications and media files, to your
device from the internet.
Press , and select Download!.
The items are categorized under catalogs and folders
provided by different service providers. Some items may be
chargeable, but you can usually preview them free of
charge.
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Software updates
Nokia may produce software updates that may offer new
features, enhanced functions, or improved performance.
You may be able to request these updates through the
Nokia Software Updater PC application. To update the
device software, you need the Nokia Software Updater
application and a compatible PC with Microsoft Windows
2000 or XP operating system, broadband internet access,
and a compatible data cable to connect your device to the
PC.
To get more information and to download the Nokia
Software Updater application, visit www.nokia.com/
softwareupdate or your local Nokia website.
If software updates over the air are supported by your
network, you may also be able to request updates through
the device. See ‘Device manager’ and ‘Software updates’,
p. 76.
Tip! To check the software version in your device,
enter *#0000# in the standby mode.
Music
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Music
Music player
Music player supports files formats such as .aac, .aac+,
.eaac+, .mp3, .wav, and .wma. Music player does not
necessarily support all features of a file format or all the
variations of file formats.
You can also use Music player to listen to podcast
episodes. Podcasting is the method for delivering audio or
video content over the internet using either RSS or ATOM
technologies for playback on mobile devices and PCs.
Warning: Listen to music at a moderate level.
Continuous exposure to high volume may damage your
hearing. Do not hold the device near your ear when the
loudspeaker is in use, because the volume may be
extremely loud.
To add songs to your device, see ‘Transfer music’, p. 21.
For more information about copyright protection, see
‘Digital rights management’, p. 109.
Play a song or a podcast episode
Tip! To open the music player tile of the multimedia
menu, press . See ‘Multimedia menu’, p. 15.
1 Press , and select Music > Music player.
2 Select Music or Podcasts.
3 Select categories to navigate to the song or podcast
episode you want to hear.
4 To play the selected file or list of files, press .
To pause playback, press
, and to resume, press
again. To stop
playback, press .
To fast forward or rewind,
press and hold or
.
To go to the next item, press
. To return to the
beginning of the item, press
. To skip to the previous
item, press again
within 2 seconds after a song or podcast has started.
To switch random play ( ) on or off, select Options >
Shuffle.
To repeat the current item ( ), all items ( ), or to
switch repeat off, select Options > Repeat.
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If you play podcasts, shuffle and repeat are automatically
switched off.
To adjust the volume, use the volume key.
To modify the tone of the music playback, select Options >
Equaliser.
To modify the balance and stereo image or to enhance
bass, select Options > Audio settings.
To view a visualization during playback, select Options >
Show visualisation.
To return to the standby mode and leave the player playing
in the background, press the end key, or to switch to
another open application, press and hold .
Music menu
To select more music to play in the Now playing view,
select Music.
The music menu shows the music available in the device.
All songs lists all music. To view sorted songs, select
Albums, Artists, Genres, or Composers. To view playlists,
select Playlists.
To refresh the library after you have updated your device
outside Music player, select Options > Refresh.
Playlists
To view and manage playlists, in the music menu, select
Playlists. The following playlists appear automatically:
Most played, Recently played, and Recently added.
To view details of the playlist, select Options > Playlist
details.
Create a playlist
1 Select Options > Create playlist.
2 Enter a name for the playlist, and select OK.
3 Select Yes to add songs now or No to add the songs
later.
4 If you selected Yes, select artists to find the songs you
want to include in the playlist. Press to add items.
To show the song list under an artist title, press . To
hide the song list, press .
5 When you have made your selections, select Done.
To add more songs later, when viewing the playlist, select
Options > Add songs.
To add songs, albums, artists, genres, and composers to a
playlist from the different views of the music menu, select
an item and Options > Add to a playlist > Saved playlist
or New playlist.
To remove a song from a playlist, select Options > Remove.
This does not delete the song from the device; it only
removes it from the playlist.
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Nokia N81 User manual

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